A Precious Gem

Let me tell you, my precious gem

No matter what, you’ll be my friend

Through the dark of night

Despair and fright-

We’re joined together

A chain forever

Don’t let go and lose your hope

Linked together we’ll learn to cope

Your smile so bright

Illuminates my night

It keeps me going, keeps me strong-

Through challenges and all that’s wrong

No matter what, I’m here for you

As friends forever, we’ll stick it through

Through sleepless nights

The many fights

The tears shed

The pounding head

The many thoughts

And many fears

Precious friend, I’ll wipe your tears

But when the time comes

And I must go

There’s just one thing

I want you to know

Wherever G-d sends you, you’re never alone

For deep in my heart, I’ve created your home

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written 2006